MK5 Golf GTI

All Things Mk5 => Mk5 General Area => Topic started by: Johnny_tro on October 07, 2010, 03:24:16 pm

Title: WHO HAS A STANDARD MODEL - with R32 Rear end?
Post by: Johnny_tro on October 07, 2010, 03:24:16 pm: What exhausr system have you used/got?
Title: Re: WHO HAS A STANDARD MODEL - with R32 Rear end?
Post by: bacillus on October 07, 2010, 07:03:34 pm: iirc Top Cat has a Blueflame system on his car.
Title: Re: WHO HAS A STANDARD MODEL - with R32 Rear end?
Post by: RedRobin on October 07, 2010, 07:39:18 pm: .
Mine is a Mk5 GTI, not Ed30, and has a R32 rear end but with a custom-built Milltek with ceramic coated quads and real carbon exhaust trim.

I've got pics if you want me to post any.
Title: Re: WHO HAS A STANDARD MODEL - with R32 Rear end?
Post by: Weston on October 07, 2010, 07:41:13 pm: Quote from: RedRobin on October 07, 2010, 07:39:18 pm
I've got pics if you want me to post any.
You know you want to!
Didn't mean to click "thank you" silly phone
Title: Re: WHO HAS A STANDARD MODEL - with R32 Rear end?
Post by: RedRobin on October 07, 2010, 10:17:46 pm: (https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi22.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fb308%2FRedRobin_05%2FRED_rearSept10.jpg&hash=91a72f9f5c5e9e0686a26b85a18ac3896f6e2ff2)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi22.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fb308%2FRedRobin_05%2FOZ_reartow.jpg&hash=d9e6a4f392cbb46283cca4c9c530fce8134b95e2)
Title: Re: WHO HAS A STANDARD MODEL - with R32 Rear end?
Post by: big al on October 08, 2010, 05:54:03 am: I have a standard MK5 GTI with a R32 rear, And Milltek exhaust system:
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FSchnaffler%2Fal%2FR32rearandMilltek.jpg&hash=cd95ff8d3fd6b7248cf2a0751a94f584da049dc8)
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FSchnaffler%2Fal%2FR32Rear.jpg&hash=f8e261cb5fc665a21a537dcbf79718428c8571cc)
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FSchnaffler%2Fal%2FR32Sideon.jpg&hash=c609b5d761f85c2a4430ea90193505422a6b07f9)
Title: Re: WHO HAS A STANDARD MODEL - with R32 Rear end?
Post by: Garth on October 08, 2010, 07:47:11 am: In a couple of days I will have an R32 rear bumper on mine with a standard GTI exhaust :wink:
Title: Re: WHO HAS A STANDARD MODEL - with R32 Rear end?
Post by: Johnny_tro on October 08, 2010, 08:45:53 am: Looking good ppl :smiley:

Gaz < R32 rear with GTI exhaust?? you having it cut to fit? or you moving the cut out in the bumper?
Title: Re: WHO HAS A STANDARD MODEL - with R32 Rear end?
Post by: Garth on October 08, 2010, 09:52:22 am: Quote from: Johnny_tro on October 08, 2010, 08:45:53 am
Looking good ppl :smiley:

Gaz < R32 rear with GTI exhaust?? you having it cut to fit? or you moving the cut out in the bumper?
Neither... I'm cheating :grin:
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=130432502957&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT (http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=130432502957&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT)

I really like the R32 bumper but I really DON'T like the centre exit exhaust. I'm going to give the one one ebay a try to see what's the quality's like. If it's good, then bingo... if it's crap then it's going straight back!
Title: Re: WHO HAS A STANDARD MODEL - with R32 Rear end?
Post by: Johnny_tro on October 08, 2010, 09:58:28 am: Arrrr that's cool - cheaper long run on the exhaust system to!!

That is just the lower lip yes? have to have the 32 bumpers first?
Title: Re: WHO HAS A STANDARD MODEL - with R32 Rear end?
Post by: Garth on October 08, 2010, 10:03:11 am: Quote from: Johnny_tro on October 08, 2010, 09:58:28 am
Arrrr that's cool - cheaper long run on the exhaust system to!!

That is just the lower lip yes? have to have the 32 bumpers first?
The top half of the bumper is exactly the same for all mk5 models. That link I posted was for the bottom half of the bumper. i.e. the part with the reflectors in and the black plastic section that surrounds the exhaust.
:drinking:
Title: Re: WHO HAS A STANDARD MODEL - with R32 Rear end?
Post by: RedRobin on October 08, 2010, 11:19:49 am: Quote from: Garth on October 08, 2010, 10:03:11 am
Quote from: Johnny_tro on October 08, 2010, 09:58:28 am
Arrrr that's cool - cheaper long run on the exhaust system to!!

That is just the lower lip yes? have to have the 32 bumpers first?

The top half of the bumper is exactly the same for all mk5 models. That link I posted was for the bottom half of the bumper. i.e. the part with the reflectors in and the black plastic section that surrounds the exhaust.
:drinking:

....The correct terms as used by VW are 'R32 Rear Spoiler' (what you're calling 'bumper') and 'Exhaust Trim'. The rear spoiler (not to be confused with roof spoiler) has cut-outs which allow all configurations of exhaust pipe/tip: twin, central, quad.
Title: Re: WHO HAS A STANDARD MODEL - with R32 Rear end?
Post by: No-fear on October 08, 2010, 11:37:39 am: ....The correct terms as used by VW are 'R32 Rear Spoiler' (what you're calling 'bumper') and 'Exhaust Trim'. The rear spoiler (not to be confused with roof spoiler) has cut-outs which allow all configurations of exhaust pipe/tip: twin, central, quad.

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Red, are you saying that you can purchase the lower R32 rear spoiler and then cut it to suit what ever type of exhaust system you wish to run, because it is marked out.

I have been toying with this idea and deciding if to go with a Gti - R32 tail pipe section or purchase the lower section to suit the Gti as mentioned in this thread.
Title: Re: WHO HAS A STANDARD MODEL - with R32 Rear end?
Post by: RedRobin on October 08, 2010, 12:33:58 pm: Quote from: No-fear on October 08, 2010, 11:37:39 am

Red, are you saying that you can purchase the lower R32 rear spoiler and then cut it to suit what ever type of exhaust system you wish to run, because it is marked out.

....The oem R32 rear spoiler already has all the cut-outs for you. You just have to obtain the appropriate exhaust trim for the pipe configuration you want or have.

I posted a pic on this site once upon a time but it would take some finding!
Title: Re: WHO HAS A STANDARD MODEL - with R32 Rear end?
Post by: Andy on October 08, 2010, 01:42:11 pm: Quote from: RedRobin on October 07, 2010, 10:17:46 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi22.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fb308%2FRedRobin_05%2FRED_rearSept10.jpg&hash=91a72f9f5c5e9e0686a26b85a18ac3896f6e2ff2)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi22.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fb308%2FRedRobin_05%2FOZ_reartow.jpg&hash=d9e6a4f392cbb46283cca4c9c530fce8134b95e2)
how come your towing hook is still attached in the photo R/R...hope you have took it of
Title: Re: WHO HAS A STANDARD MODEL - with R32 Rear end?
Post by: Garth on October 08, 2010, 02:03:56 pm: Well,

This just turned up now:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fgarthfred%2FR32_rear%2FSL272545.jpg&hash=405050ea9ae74d6541cf96101ff020348e99d61f)

First impressions on quality are that it is sh1te and will most likely be going back!

The quallity of the material is pretty good and rivals OEM quality, however the mould is clearly crap and the finishing is very poor. It's all one piece too which means it's more difficult to spray. The exhaust cutout also looks an odd shape.

There are defects in the mould that will need a lot of filling to get perfect and the 2 ends are a completely different shape!

defect:
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fgarthfred%2FR32_rear%2FSL272546.jpg&hash=564fe5f18af5a563bb97a8cc85b9b055e755b115)

Left side:
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fgarthfred%2FR32_rear%2FSL272547.jpg&hash=2f6b6c119721702bf4277d3080e492ae66615728)

right side:
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fgarthfred%2FR32_rear%2FSL272548.jpg&hash=6633b789bc9526efaa9b3bb01570b965af0f1180)

It's too much to try to bend to fit so I don't think it's ever going to work :sad1:

Once again, buy OEM or buy twice!
Title: Re: WHO HAS A STANDARD MODEL - with R32 Rear end?
Post by: Saint Steve on October 08, 2010, 02:12:08 pm: Nice slippers :signLOL: :notworthy:
Title: Re: WHO HAS A STANDARD MODEL - with R32 Rear end?
Post by: Garth on October 08, 2010, 02:13:12 pm: Quote from: Saint Steve on October 08, 2010, 02:12:08 pm
Nice slippers :signLOL: :notworthy:
Thanks. M&S' finest :signLOL:
My wife bought them for me last Christmas and I love them :P
Title: Re: WHO HAS A STANDARD MODEL - with R32 Rear end?
Post by: Johnny_tro on October 08, 2010, 04:48:55 pm: :( Shame, it looked like was a product worth considering.......but yes, the shape is out. Bend it, it will crack.....or it will start pulling away from std bumper :(
Title: Re: WHO HAS A STANDARD MODEL - with R32 Rear end?
Post by: Garth on October 08, 2010, 04:55:02 pm: Quote from: Johnny_tro on October 08, 2010, 04:48:55 pm
:( Shame, it looked like was a product worth considering.......but yes, the shape is out. Bend it, it will crack.....or it will start pulling away from std bumper :(
It shouldn't crack as it's plastic like the standard bumper, not fibreglass. It's pretty flexible, but too stiff to sit right. As you say, it will pull away from the bumper.

It would be worth considering as long as you have the time, tools and expertise to put it right. I can do it, I'm just wondering whether it's worth it. It's going to require heating to bend it to the correct shape, then the imperfections and defects all need filling and smoothing. The mounts for the reflectors need a bit of work as does the tow eye hole. Then it's going to need careful masking and spraying.

I'm weighing up whether it's better to do all this prep work or buy an R32 OEM rear and adapt it to fit the GTI exhuast... I'll mull it over this weekend
Title: Re: WHO HAS A STANDARD MODEL - with R32 Rear end?
Post by: gazbutS3 on October 08, 2010, 07:20:42 pm: looks like the bumper they used to make the mould had parking sensors :smiley:
Title: Re: WHO HAS A STANDARD MODEL - with R32 Rear end?
Post by: RedRobin on October 08, 2010, 07:25:45 pm: Quote from: Garth on October 08, 2010, 04:55:02 pm

I'm weighing up whether it's better to do all this prep work or buy an R32 OEM rear and adapt it to fit the GTI exhuast... I'll mull it over this weekend

....If you do decide to buy the oem R32 'Rear Spoiler' (aka Bumper), I think you can source an exhaust trim accommodating GTI twin pipes which will fit it. As I posted earlier (I think in this thread) the genuine oem R32 Rear Spoiler comes with cut-outs for all exhaust configurations.
Title: Re: WHO HAS A STANDARD MODEL - with R32 Rear end?
Post by: RedRobin on October 08, 2010, 07:29:07 pm: Quote from: maxitrol on October 08, 2010, 01:42:11 pm

how come your towing hook is still attached in the photo R/R...hope you have took it of

....No.

It doesn't protrude beyond the overall body line. Some other oem cars have fixed non-protruding tow eyes.

My front one is removed for road use as it does protrude.
Title: Re: WHO HAS A STANDARD MODEL - with R32 Rear end?
Post by: dmac1969 on October 09, 2010, 09:52:15 am: How much is the Genuine R32 rear bumper from a dealer? I quite like the idea of having this done in combination with a centre exit Milltek exhaust , as its a good looking mod that could be Factory equipment.
Title: Re: WHO HAS A STANDARD MODEL - with R32 Rear end?
Post by: bodger00 on October 09, 2010, 10:33:26 am: :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: WHO HAS A STANDARD MODEL - with R32 Rear end?
Post by: swf7y on October 09, 2010, 11:51:43 am: This is my one...

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fll289%2Fswf7y%2FIMG_0618.jpg&hash=543cf94d2ca9d62063d2e5b8a11a00cadee2c694)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fll289%2Fswf7y%2FIMG_0619.jpg&hash=522dd25e0f6755ee971a51fa2cc5a249147e8879)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fll289%2Fswf7y%2FIMG_0626.jpg&hash=23cae85c9e3e24a31fa9544994a7eb18812f8b53)

All genuine VAG parts, plus custom exhaust. :happy2:
Title: Re: WHO HAS A STANDARD MODEL - with R32 Rear end?
Post by: dmac1969 on October 09, 2010, 02:52:17 pm: Quote from: swf7y on October 09, 2010, 11:51:43 am
This is my one...

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fll289%2Fswf7y%2FIMG_0618.jpg&hash=543cf94d2ca9d62063d2e5b8a11a00cadee2c694)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fll289%2Fswf7y%2FIMG_0619.jpg&hash=522dd25e0f6755ee971a51fa2cc5a249147e8879)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fll289%2Fswf7y%2FIMG_0626.jpg&hash=23cae85c9e3e24a31fa9544994a7eb18812f8b53)

All genuine VAG parts, plus custom exhaust. :happy2:

That looks fantastic , same colour as mine as well , Im deffo doing this!
Title: Re: WHO HAS A STANDARD MODEL - with R32 Rear end?
Post by: clive_gti on October 09, 2010, 07:23:30 pm: Quote from: RedRobin on October 08, 2010, 07:25:45 pm
....If you do decide to buy the oem R32 'Rear Spoiler' (aka Bumper), I think you can source an exhaust trim accommodating GTI twin pipes which will fit it. As I posted earlier (I think in this thread) the genuine oem R32 Rear Spoiler comes with cut-outs for all exhaust configurations.

Any idea where to get this part? I've been on the look out for a while
Title: Re: WHO HAS A STANDARD MODEL - with R32 Rear end?
Post by: Garth on October 11, 2010, 03:53:36 pm: Quote from: gazbutS3 on October 08, 2010, 07:20:42 pm
looks like the bumper they used to make the mould had parking sensors :smiley:
I doubt it as the parking sensors should be fitted in teh upper half of the bumper, not the detachable section :wink:

Quote from: RedRobin on October 08, 2010, 07:25:45 pm
....If you do decide to buy the oem R32 'Rear Spoiler' (aka Bumper), I think you can source an exhaust trim accommodating GTI twin pipes which will fit it. As I posted earlier (I think in this thread) the genuine oem R32 Rear Spoiler comes with cut-outs for all exhaust configurations.
Thanks mate, I'll have a look into this :happy2: